About SSJBV
Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya is a school located in Machuabazar, Kolkata. It is affiliated to the State Board board. The school was established in 1941. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is SSJBV affiliated to?
- Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya is affiliated to State Board and is a day school in Machuabazar, Kolkata.
- Where is SSJBV located?
- Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya is located at 186, Chittaranjan Ave, Simla, Machuabazar, Machuabazar, Kolkata – 700007, Kolkata.
- When was SSJBV established?
- Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya was established in 1941 and has been operating in Kolkata for 85 years.
- Is SSJBV co-ed or single-gender?
- Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya is a co-educational school.
- Is SSJBV accepting admissions?
- Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya is open to enquiries for April to March. Use the Apply or Enquire button on this page to start an enquiry.
- How can I contact SSJBV?
- You can reach Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya on 03322413749 or by email at primary@balikajalan.org. Address: 186, Chittaranjan Ave, Simla, Machuabazar, Machuabazar, Kolkata, 700007.
About the school
Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya — a co-educational day school in Machuabazar, Kolkata — is among the respected options families consider when shortlisting the best schools in Kolkata. The school has been running since 1941, giving it 85 years of continuous operation in Kolkata. SSJBV runs on the State Board framework and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Campus and on-campus infrastructure
For day-to-day learning, the campus at SSJBV lists 12 on-campus infrastructure — including Alumni Association, Meals, Art and Craft, Dance, Drama and Music, plus 6 more. Between them, these spaces support classroom teaching, structured sport and the school's co-curricular calendar.
Parent fit
Families comparing SSJBV against other State Board schools in Kolkata usually weigh three things: how the school handles the transition between primary and senior school, the strength of the co-curricular calendar, and how transparent the admissions team is during the enquiry. If you're choosing between IB and IGCSE for the long-term exit, factor in the colleges your child is most likely to apply to — that decision often settles the board question more cleanly than a side-by-side feature comparison. Use the Compare tool on the platform to stack SSJBV against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, SSJBV's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in smart classrooms, computer lab and audio-visual room where the campus supports it. Continuous assessment is layered on top of the term examinations, with project work and lab assignments contributing to the final grade in most subjects.
Curriculum at SSJBV
SSJBV runs on the State Board framework, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English and Bengali. Academic sessions run April to March, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Location and neighbourhood
SSJBV is located at 186, Chittaranjan Ave, Simla, Machuabazar, Machuabazar, Kolkata – 700007. Machuabazar is a respected residential pocket of Kolkata, with established neighbourhood infrastructure around the school. Families comparing SSJBV usually weigh it against other State Board schools in Kolkata on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
On the operations front, the 12:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at SSJBV are sized for individual attention. Overall, SSJBV suits families wanting a co-educational setting. Read the FAQs below for quick answers to common parent questions, and use the Admissions tab for the step-by-step application process.
As a day school the calendar mirrors most working-parent schedules, with co-curricular slots typically built into the regular timetable rather than after-school add-ons.
With roots going back to 1941, SSJBV has had time to build an alumni network and the kind of teaching-staff continuity newer campuses are still developing.
Set in Machuabazar, Kolkata, the school is reachable by school transport, private cabs and — where the city supports it — local public transit.
Key facts
- Board
- State Board
- City
- Kolkata
- Area
- Machuabazar
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Day School
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Bengali
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 12:1
- School timings
- Nursery to Class V: 07:00 AM to 11:30 AM, Class VI to XII: 10:50 AM to 4:40 PM
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Alumni Association, Meals, Art and Craft, Dance, Drama, Music
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at SSJBV
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya typically open between November and February. Status is currently enquiring. Use the Enquire button on this page to start a formal enquiry.
- 1Fill application form —
- 2Document verification at school —
Fees at SSJBV
Annual tuition fees at Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya range from ₹0/year, depending on grade. One-time admission fees, security deposit (often refundable), uniform and transport are charged separately. We update fees from official school sources at least once per academic session.
See grade-wise fee breakdownCurriculum & boards
Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya is affiliated to State Board. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Bengali. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at SSJBV
- Alumni Association
- Meals
- Art and Craft
- Dance
- Drama
- Music
- Picnics and excursion
- Gardening
Parent reviews
Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya has an overall rating of 4.0 / 5 from 1 parent reviews on AdmissionSchool. Reviews are verified before publishing.
Read all reviewsLocation & connectivity
Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya is located at 186, Chittaranjan Ave, Simla, Machuabazar, Machuabazar, Kolkata – 700007. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
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